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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS GATE HOURS Monday ....................................................... Closed to Public Tuesday. .................................................. 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday. ............................................ 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday - Friday .................................... 7:00 AM - 8:15 PM Saturday ................................................. 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday .................................................... 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURS Monday ....................................................... Closed to Public Tuesday .................................................... 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Wednesday .............................................. 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM Thursday - Friday .................................... 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday - Sunday................................... 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM PRACTICE ROUNDS During the Practice Rounds, contestants are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th tee. TUESDAY, JUNE 27 Pro-Am tee times will start at 7:30 AM with contestants starting on Hole #1 and Hole #10. Each contestant will be grouped with an amateur team. Leader Boards will display scoring information during the Pro-Am. Pro-Am Morning tee times .....................7:30 AM - 9:20 AM Pro-Am Afternoon tee times ................. 12:35 PM - 2:35 PM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28 All players starting on Hole #1 or Hole #10 Playing times ...........................................7:00 AM - 7:30 PM On Wednesday, June 28, the 1st tee will close at 3:00 PM. CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDS Starting times as listed are considered approximate, and are based on the assumption that there are no delays, inclement weather, etc. THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JUNE 29 & 30 FIRST AND SECOND ROUND Starting on both Hole #1 and Hole #10 (groups of three) Morning starting times ...........................7:30 AM - 9:30 AM Afternoon starting times ....................... 12:40 PM - 2:40 PM Completion of rounds ................................ approx. 7:40 PM SATURDAY, JULY 1 / THIRD ROUND All players starting on Hole #1 (groups of two) Starting times ...................................... 7:20 AM - 12:45 PM* Completion of rounds ........................................... 5:00 PM* SUNDAY, JULY 2 / FINAL ROUND All players starting on Hole #1 (groups of two) Starting times ...................................... 7:20 AM - 12:45 PM* Completion of rounds ........................................... 5:00 PM* *Subject to change. MOBILE DEVICE POLICY Mobile devices must be kept in Golf Mode Setting at all times at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship: Set device to silent or vibrate, including but not limited to, ringer and notifications/alerts. Camera flash turned off. Incoming and outgoing calls may only be made or received farther than 100 yards of competition. Text, email, social posting and other data use is allowed on the golf course at any location providing players are not in position and about to play their shots. Mobile device photography, as well as audio and video capturing, is allowed in all areas during Practice Rounds (Tuesday & Wednesday). During Championship Rounds (Thursday – Sunday), photography, audio and video recording is prohibited anywhere within 100 yards of competition or when requested by players, caddies, marshals, volunteers, security or Championship staff and officials. ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME The items listed below are strictly prohibited on the grounds of Olympia Fields Country Club. All bags will be searched upon entering the Championship. Backpacks of any size and drawstring bags Drawstring bags distributed to official PGA volunteers will be permitted on-site. Bags larger than 10” x 10” x 10” in their natural state Prohibited bags will NOT be accepted or stored at the golf course. Bags larger than 10” x 10”x 10” sold in The Championship Golf Shop will be tagged as prohibited for re-admission. Personal electronics such as computers, laptops or tablets Drones, hoverboards, laser pointers, or selfie sticks All oversized chairs with wide arm rests (portable folding canvas chairs are permitted). Carry bags will be searched prior to entry. Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit), including pocket knives Buckets, ladders, milk crates, or stools Banners, posters, or signs Any materials with unauthorized advertising or promotion • Coolers • Bicycles • Golf Clubs Food (except in limited quantities for medical, dietary or infant purposes) • Alcohol Beverages (one unopened, sealed bottle of water per spectator is permitted) Other items deemed inappropriate or dangerous by Championship security in their sole discretion. Please leave all prohibited items in your vehicle as they will not be permitted at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. SOCIAL MEDIA There are several social media platforms for you to stay in the know with fun facts and information. Follow us on the following social media outlets to get the most out of the spectator experience. Visit KPMGWomensPGA.com or follow us on: KPMG Women’s PGA Championship @KPMGWomensPGA @KPMGWomensPGA Join the conversation on social media with #KPMGWomensPGA Spectator Guide Olympia Fields Country Club North Course Olympia Fields, IL June 27 – July 2, 2017 2017 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Inspire Greatness

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Page 1: PRACTICE ROUNDS ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME Guide · • Drones, hoverboards, laser pointers, or selfie sticks • All oversized chairs with wide arm rests (portable folding canvas chairs

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSGATE HOURSMonday .......................................................Closed to PublicTuesday. .................................................. 7:00 AM - 8:00 PMWednesday. ............................................ 7:00 AM - 7:00 PMThursday - Friday ....................................7:00 AM - 8:15 PMSaturday ................................................. 7:00 AM - 7:00 PMSunday .................................................... 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURSMonday .......................................................Closed to PublicTuesday ....................................................6:30 AM - 8:30 PMWednesday ..............................................6:30 AM - 7:30 PMThursday - Friday ....................................6:30 AM - 8:30 PMSaturday - Sunday...................................6:30 AM - 7:30 PM

PRACTICE ROUNDS During the Practice Rounds, contestants are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th tee.

TUESDAY, JUNE 27 Pro-Am tee times will start at 7:30 AM with contestants starting on Hole #1 and Hole #10. Each contestant will be grouped with an amateur team. Leader Boards will display scoring information during the Pro-Am.

Pro-Am Morning tee times .....................7:30 AM - 9:20 AMPro-Am Afternoon tee times ................. 12:35 PM - 2:35 PM

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28All players starting on Hole #1 or Hole #10Playing times ...........................................7:00 AM - 7:30 PM

On Wednesday, June 28, the 1st tee will close at 3:00 PM.

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDS Starting times as listed are considered approximate, and are based on the assumption that there are no delays, inclement weather, etc.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JUNE 29 & 30 FIRST AND SECOND ROUNDStarting on both Hole #1 and Hole #10 (groups of three)

Morning starting times ...........................7:30 AM - 9:30 AMAfternoon starting times ....................... 12:40 PM - 2:40 PMCompletion of rounds ................................approx. 7:40 PM

SATURDAY, JULY 1 / THIRD ROUNDAll players starting on Hole #1 (groups of two)

Starting times ......................................7:20 AM - 12:45 PM*Completion of rounds ........................................... 5:00 PM*

SUNDAY, JULY 2 / FINAL ROUNDAll players starting on Hole #1 (groups of two)

Starting times ......................................7:20 AM - 12:45 PM*Completion of rounds ........................................... 5:00 PM*

*Subject to change.

MOBILE DEVICE POLICYMobile devices must be kept in Golf Mode Setting at all times at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship: • Set device to silent or vibrate, including but not limited to,

ringer and notifications/alerts.• Camera flash turned off.• Incoming and outgoing calls may only be made or

received farther than 100 yards of competition. • Text, email, social posting and other data use is allowed

on the golf course at any location providing players are not in position and about to play their shots.

• Mobile device photography, as well as audio and video capturing, is allowed in all areas during Practice Rounds (Tuesday & Wednesday).

• During Championship Rounds (Thursday – Sunday), photography, audio and video recording is prohibited anywhere within 100 yards of competition or when requested by players, caddies, marshals, volunteers, security or Championship staff and officials.

ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOMEThe items listed below are strictly prohibited on the grounds of Olympia Fields Country Club. All bags will be searched upon entering the Championship.• Backpacks of any size and drawstring bags

Drawstring bags distributed to official PGA volunteers will be permitted on-site.

• Bags larger than 10” x 10” x 10” in their natural state Prohibited bags will NOT be accepted or stored at the golf course. Bags larger than 10” x 10”x 10” sold in The Championship Golf Shop will be tagged as prohibited for re-admission.

• Personal electronics such as computers, laptops or tablets• Drones, hoverboards, laser pointers, or selfie sticks• All oversized chairs with wide arm rests (portable folding

canvas chairs are permitted). Carry bags will be searched prior to entry.

• Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit), including pocket knives

• Buckets, ladders, milk crates, or stools• Banners, posters, or signs• Any materials with unauthorized advertising or promotion• Coolers• Bicycles• Golf Clubs• Food (except in limited quantities for medical, dietary

or infant purposes)• Alcohol• Beverages (one unopened, sealed bottle of water per

spectator is permitted)• Other items deemed inappropriate or dangerous by

Championship security in their sole discretion.Please leave all prohibited items in your vehicle as they will not be permitted at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.

SOCIAL MEDIAThere are several social media platforms for you to stay in the know with fun facts and information. Follow us on the following social media outlets to get the most out of the spectator experience.

Visit KPMGWomensPGA.com or follow us on:

KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

@KPMGWomensPGA

@KPMGWomensPGA

Join the conversation on social media with #KPMGWomensPGA

SpectatorGuide

Olympia Fields Country ClubNorth Course Olympia Fields, ILJune 27 – July 2, 2017

2017 KPMG Women’sPGA Championship

Inspire Greatness

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PARKING & DIRECTIONS PUBLIC PARKING

FREE Public Parking is located at:1020 Dixie Highway, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Complimentary shuttles will run from public parking to the Championship during the following times:

Tuesday, June 27 .......................................6:30AM - 8:30PMWednesday, June 28 ................................ 6:30AM - 7:30PMThursday & Friday, June 29-30 ................ 6:30AM - 8:30PMSaturday & Sunday, July 1-2 ................... 6:30AM - 7:30PM

FROM CHICAGO & POINTS NORTH:• Head South on I-90• Follow signs for 1-90 E/I-94 E• Merge onto I-94 E• Keep right at fork for I-57 S

towards Memphis• Take Exit 340 A for

Lincoln Hwy/US 30 E• Turn left onto Chicago Rd• Turn left onto Dixie Hwy• Follow signs for Lot GPFROM POINTS EAST:• Head West on I-94 • Continue onto I-80 W

towards Iowa• Take Exit 151A for I-57 S

towards Memphis• Take Exit 340A for

Lincoln Hwy/ US 30 E• Turn left onto Chicago Rd• Turn left onto Dixie Hwy• Follow signs for Lot GP

FROM POINTS SOUTH:• Head North on I-57 N• Take Exit 340 for Lincoln

Hwy/US 30 E• Turn right onto Lincoln Hwy/

US 30 E• Turn left onto Chicago Rd• Turn left onto Dixie Hwy• Follow signs for Lot GPFROM POINTS WEST:• Head East on I-80• Take Exit 151 A to merge

onto I-57 S• Take Exit 340 A for Lincoln

Hwy/US 30 E• Turn left onto Chicago Rd• Turn left onto Dixie Hwy• Follow signs for Lot GPFROM O’HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:• Head East on I-190• Take Exit 1D toward I-294 S• Take Exit 7 for 1-57 S• Take Exit 340 A for Lincoln

Hwy/US 30 E• Turn left onto Chicago Rd• Turn left onto Dixie Hwy• Follow Signs for Lot GP

GENERAL SPECTATOR INFORMATIONADMISSION POLICYA ticket, once scanned, will no longer gain admission to the Championship. If you plan to return to Olympia Fields Country Club the same day, please have security stamp your hand at one of the spectator entrance gates. You will only be able to return to the grounds with a scanned ticket and a hand stamp. The only exception is when the Weather Warning signs have been posted. In this situation, a hand stamp will not be required for re-entry to the Championship. Please wear your ticket in plain view at all times as security personnel will not allow admission to the Championship for individuals without appropriate credentials.

JUNIOR ADMISSION POLICYAs part of the Championship’s mission to grow interest and participation in the game of golf, the Championship is excited to offer up to four (4) complimentary junior admissions with every paid adult ticket. Junior admissions apply to youth age 17 and under, and may be obtained at the Admissions Office located at the Main Spectator Entrance on the day of entry. Junior tickets do not allow for access into private hospitality areas.

MILITARY ADMISSION POLICYTo honor the men and women who serve our country in the Armed Forces, the Championship is pleased to offer Active Duty, Retired, Reserve, National Guard, Veterans and their accompanying guest (limit one) complimentary daily grounds access to the Championship. Upon arrival, military personnel must go to the Admissions Office at the Main Spectator Entrance to present their service-related ID to exchange for daily grounds tickets. Please note, these complimentary tickets may be used in conjunction with the Junior Admission policy for up to four (4) junior admissions.

PHOTOS & AUTOGRAPH POLICY Cameras are only allowed at Olympia Fields Country Club on Tuesday and Wednesday, and are not permitted on-site during Championship Rounds, Thursday through Sunday. Autographs may be requested and given at the contestants’ convenience at the Practice Range and Putting Green during Practice Rounds only. Please consult the back panel for the complete Mobile Device Policy for the 2017 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY FOR SPECTATORS Please observe the Leader Boards and Thru Boards for the Weather Warning Sign which will appear when inclement weather is approaching the site. When the signs appear, spectators are advised to take precautions and seek shelter PRIOR to play being suspended. If the sirens sound, seek shelter immediately.

CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAMOfficial Programs are available for purchase in the Championship Golf Shop and various locations throughout the Championship site. The cost for each program is $5.00.

ACCOMMODATIONS & THE SURROUNDING AREAPSE Event housing is the official accommodations provider of the 2017 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Attendees will find easy access to a variety of hotel options at special discounted rates by calling (888) 417-6446.

For information regarding restaurants and other points of interest in the community, please go to the Chicago Southland CVB web site at www.visitchicagosoutland.com or call (708) 895-8200.

ON-SITE EXPERIENCESCHAMPIONSHIP GOLF SHOPThe Championship Golf Shop is located on-site at Olympia Fields Country Club in the Clubhouse Pro Shop. A variety of merchandise, such as men’s and women’s apparel, outerwear, headwear, gifts, and memorabilia will be available for purchase. The Championship Golf Shop is open to all Championship ticket-holders during gate hours.

KPMG INSPIRE GREATNESS TIMELINE The KPMG Inspire Greatness Timeline, located at the Main Spectator Entrance, chronicles major breakthroughs for women in golf and business. This 150-foot wall will lead spectators through key dates in history, where inspiring women have paved the way for future women golfers and women in business through their groundbreaking accomplishments. The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and KPMG Women’s Leadership Summit will once again ‘break glass ceilings’ and serve as catalysts to empower women on and off the golf course. This timeline gives spectators the opportunity to take a moment to honor those who have inspired today’s leaders.

KPMG SOCIAL ZONEThe state-of-the art KPMG Social Zone, located in the Fan Zone, will give fans the opportunity to experience all that is going on at Olympia Fields, including tournament coverage, live scoring and social media updates. Post your best photos from the day with #InspireGreatness or #KPMGWomensPGA to see your tweets and Instagram posts featured on-screen and for the opportunity to win prizes! Whether you want to take your picture with the Championship trophy, or sit and relax while watching live coverage, be sure to stop by the KPMG Social Zone for exciting updates.

NATIONAL “GO LIKE A PRO” LESSON ZONEThe National “Go Like a Pro” Lesson Zone is a fan favorite amongst players of all ages and located between the Fan Zone and practice range. Lesson Zones provide the unique opportunity to demo equipment and receive complimentary 10-minute lessons from local PGA and LPGA Teaching Professionals. National Car Rental allows spectators to take control and choose the lesson that’s right for them, choosing between putting, chipping or both! *Be sure to stop by on Friday when World Golf Hall of Famer Pat Bradley joins us at the Lesson Zone for the day.

DISCOVER THE NEW KIA “Discover the New Kia” by visiting our vehicle displays at the Fan Zone, Hole 10 Green and Hole 16 Green. Challenge your family and friends at each vehicle display with our trivia games and for the chance to win great prizes compliments of Kia.

TRANSPORTATION MetraPublic Transportation on the Metra Electric (ME) Line is a conve-nient way to arrive and depart from the Championship. The Olym-pia Fields Stop along the ME Line will allow direct access to the Main Entrance of the Championship. With Metra’s unlimited ride Weekend Pass, you can ride all day on both Saturday and Sunday for just $8. Buy the pass on the train or from your smartphone with the free Ventra App. Please check Metra’s website at metrarail.com for more information on train schedules during the Championship.

TAXI, LIMOUSINE, & CAR SERVICE INFORMATION All spectators arriving by taxi, limousine or car service should plan to be dropped off and picked up at Public PGA Parking located at 1020 Dixie Highway, Chicago Heights, IL 60411. There will be a designated drop-off and pick-up area at this location. Please Note: There will not be a location on-site at Olympia Fields Country Club for drop-offs or pick-ups, unless you have the pre-distributed proper parking credential that allows access to a designated lot.

PARKINGDesignated accessible parking for those requiring lift-equipped transportation to the course will be provided. Please call The Convention Store at (877) 472-7275 for more information. Accessible seating areas will be located at the Practice Range, 1st Tee and 9th Green.